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Georgia: Free government cell phones from Lifeline and ACP

Despite the fact that Georgia has one of the strongest, most diversified economies in the south, nearly 800,000 of the state’s residents are eligible, but do not take advantage of the Lifeline and ACP cell phone service (plus internet!), which provide them with a free cell phone from the government. Are you one of them?

The Peach State’s Per Capita personal income always ranks in the bottom half of the fifty states. That means that a large number of Georgians rank near the poverty line, and that makes them eligible for Lifeline phone service.

But if you live in Georgia you are in luck because you have a long list of free cell phones companies in your state. We recommend that you contact them all to see which one offers the program that’s best for you needs.

Lifeline and ACP free government cell phone service providers in Georgia

There are many major free cell phone providers in the state of Georgia. You should take a look at each one before deciding which company to go with.

Lifeline Discount Companies in Georgia

If you qualify for Lifeline Assistance, but you find that none of the companies offer free government cell phones where you live, you have another option. The companies below, while not offering free cell phone plans, do offer substantial Lifeline discounts off their regular mobile phone plans in Georgia:

How to qualify for Lifeline Assistance free government cell phones in Georgia

There are two ways to qualify for a cell phone: 1) by showing that your income is below a certain level, or 2) if you already participate in even just one of many government aid programs.

You are eligible if you receive benefits from any of these programs in Georgia:

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps or SNAP)
  • Medicaid
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8)
  • Veterans Pension and Survivor's Benefit.
  • Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance (BIA)
  • Tribally Administered Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)
  • Tribal Head Start (only those households meeting its income qualifying standard)
  • Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)

If you don’t participate in any of the above programs, you may also qualify if your Total Household Income is at or under 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. See chart below to see these calculated income levels:

Income Based Eligibility for Georgia
Members in Household Annual income
1 member $18,347
2 members $24,719
3 members $31,091
4 members $37,463
5 members $43,835
6 members $50,207
7 members $56,579
8 members $62,951
For each additional member add $6,372 annually

How to qualify for an ACP free government phone and unlimited service in Georgia

It’s even easier to qualify for ACP service than it is to qualify for Lifeline service. The USAC website spells it all out:

Consumers qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) through participation in Lifeline or a Lifeline-qualifying program, having an income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, through participation in ACP-qualifying programs,  such as the free and reduced-price school lunch or breakfast program (including the Community Eligibility Provision), WIC, through award of a federal Pell Grant, or through participation in a participating service provider’s existing low-income program.

What are you waiting for? Choose your favorite service provider and favorite plan and the future is, well, almost unlimited.

Don’t wait any longer. There is no reason for you to go without phone and internet service. Check out all the plans available and enroll in a Lifeline and ACP plan today. You won’t regret it.

Latest News for Free Government cell Phones in Georgia:

How do Budget Wireless customers find a new free government cell phone company? - If you're one of those 800,000 abandoned Budget Wireless customers, what should you do next? How do you find another Lifeline company to replace Budget?
25 more ways to qualify for a free government cell phone - Here's a quick, state-by-state summary of additional state assistance programs in which your participation means automatic qualification for the free government cell phone program.
Companies dropping out: Trouble in the free government cell phone program? - Two of the top 20 LifeLine Assistance free government cell phone companies have now dropped out of the business. And two others have merged into a single company.
You win some, you lose some: Georgia rejects fees on free government cell phones, Oklahoma considers fees - Here's an update on the status of the Lifeline program in Georgia, a state that had threatened to impose a $5 minimum monthly charge on each customer.
Bad idea: Georgia to begin charging $5 per month for “free” government cell phones - The Georgia Public Service Commission just approved a $5 per month fee on all “free” government cell phone workers. It’s a plan that doesn’t help anyone involved.
Assurance Wireless now provides Lifeline cell phones to Georgia - Eligible low-income residents of Georgia now have another choice in receiving a free cell phone and 250 minutes of service monthly, compliments of the federal government's Lifelink program.

If you have any other questions, please refer to the links in the sidebar.

Comments

  3. Joyce Hawkins says

    I have already applied and haven’t finished at the end of application. You need my current provider and pin number. I cannot get back to application that has already qualified me. Can you help with application process?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Sorry, but we are not your service provider. This is an independent informational website that is NOT affiliated with any Lifeline free government cell phone company nor any Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) internet service provider.

      There is no way for us to know which company you attempted to enroll with nor what the problem is. Try calling that company’s customer service team.

  5. Susan Sherrod says

    I’ve tried but when it says sign my name like it was there I did n they still said error

  6. Jeaniepo pope says

    My husband is a social security disability attorney in Georgia, a majority of his clients are with out phones and really could use this program.
    Would love any information on how we could distribute phones to his clients.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Each company has its own unique way of distributing phones, Jeaniepo. You’ll need to reach out to each company.

  7. James Evans says

    My wife and I had a gross income of $41,586.00 from social security and pension, and our adjustment gross income was -$24,469.00. Due I qualify for a free government phone?

  8. Linda wagener says

    My 65 year old deaf disabled brother lives with me free of rent. Can he qualify for a free cell phone in Ga. With only his income. He does not recieve any additional goverment services.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      That’s a pretty grey situation, Linda. Theoretically it seems like he could qualify, but we can also see a service provider taking the position that he is ineligible because he is a member of your household. You’ll need to speak to a service provider’s customer service team to get a definitive answer. Good luck.

  9. Tawanna says

    I’m interested in becoming an agent. Please help. Was told I needed 5/6 different commercial insurances. Please advise. Didn’t think it was this difficult

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We do not know, Tawanna. You should speak to each individual service provider in your state because they each handle enrollment in slightly different ways.

  10. Shelley lumpkin says

    I want a new provider. I am with assurance. I would like to change companies. They have sent me 2 phones that do not work. They are supposed to send me another new phone. I was going to send back both phones when I got my replacement phone. Now they are cutting off my service I was just trying to send the phones back together so can u help me. I need a phone in case I am out and I need help. I am disabled. Thank you

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      A couple things, Shelley. First, it was nice of you to be helpful, but you never need to send back a free government cell phone when you cancel service. They are yours to keep. Second, and you may not like this one, you cannot move to a different carrier until you have been with the current one for 60 days. Now, it may be different since you say they cancelled you, so give it a try but be prepared to be disappointed. Let us know what happens.

  11. Melissa Pippin says

    My dad was living with my grandmother she passed away last week I got him in my custody now and he lost his phone how can I order him another one

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      His service provider may or may not offer a free replacement, but it can’t hurt to ask. Do you know which company he was enrolled with?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Just look carefully at each of the plans offered on this page, choose the one that fits your needs best, then contact that company using the contact info we provide for each service provider. It’s that simple, Kayden.

  14. Ann says

    Stand Up wireless is easy to get onto but the customer service sucks.

    I had a Indian who I could not understand bc of his accent hang up on me after waiting 5 minutes to get to someone.

  16. Dorothy Hall says

    I’m trying to help my brother get a government phone. He makes 13000 a year. He lives by himself. What can I do? He’s 59 years old gets paid every two weeks

  17. Tony Smith says

    I’ve got an 83 year old friend that’s in a nursing home and he’s got a flip cell phone but no money to buy minutes. The nursing home has WI-FI if he could get a smart phone he could use the WI-Fi to make calls. Will you please let me know if something is available for him. He has no family support. Thanks
    Tony Smith
    *********@yahoo.com
    478-457-****

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Did you check all the companies and plans listed on this page. You should be able to find a better plan for him.

  18. Sunny says

    I applied for a government phone and they sent me a Sim card for a phone I never got. And now I can’t get service from no other government phone. How do I get a government phone if I can’t get one because of what happened.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You are able to switch from one service provider to another any time after you’ve had your account for 60 days or longer.

  20. CAROL Price says

    Was just checking,it’s been 2wks since I applied.I sent papers and filled out form.Please let me know something.Tks.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You didn’t send the paperwork to us, Carol, because this is an independent informational website that’s NOT affiliated with any of the free government cell phone companies. You need to contact customer service at the company you enrolled with.

  21. Robert L. Turner says

    I qualify salary wise but I have no idea where to start to apply. Is there an application?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Please read the information on the above page, and you’ll find your way to the application.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Contact any of the free government cell phone companies listed on this page and then enroll with them, Carl.

  23. chris says

    Is there a way to find out where the people come around in the tents for the free phones cause in having trouble trying to set it up online

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We urge you to try again to set it up online or call customer service, Chris. There have been too many cases of fraud and abuse at the street tents and booths.

  24. Debbie simpson says

    My 84 year old mother had a free cell phone that stopped working She recieved a replacement and it NEVER worked It has been returned and no reply from whatever government program that sent the phone. She still drives and really needs a phone in case something we’re to happen. How can she get another one ??

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      Contact your service provider’s customer service team and ask to speak to a supervisor, Debbie.

  25. Sheryl says

    Good morning, My boyfriend certainly qualifies for a free govt phone. However he lives in 31017 (Danville) GA. Which if any company covers thid rural GA area?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      We’re unable to track signal strength down to the local level, Sheryl, but you can contact any of the companies on this page to discuss availability and signal strength in your area.

  26. Evelyn L Smith says

    I have been unable to recertify my TRACFNE and now I don’t have any service. I have tried to go online and wasn’t successful there, I have even tried using someone else’s phone but kept getting disconnected. I live in Thomasville, Ga can you please help me get my service back.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      There’s no way for us to know what the problem is, Evelyn, but if you are now without a free government cell phone account you may want to enroll with another company that offers you more minutes, more texts, more data, a better smartphone, etc. Here’s where you can find a list of all the Lifeline companies offer free government cell phones in your state:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

  27. Becky says

    I would love to apply for employment opportunities to aid and show the public how to take advantage of this great opportunity. I think this is a great idea.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You can find a full list of potential employers by clicking on the “States” link at the top of this page. Then scroll down and click on “Georgia.” Click on each company to find articles that show the corporate contact info. We’d recommend contacting corporate and each company’s customer service team can probably give you that info. Good luck with the job hunting, Becky.

  28. PATRICIA C MITCHELL says

    I keep getting a message telling me my address doesn’t exist – What do I do?

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It’s an oddball problem that we’ve heard many times. Call your service provider and talk to customer service.

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      It’s probably much easier to apply online or by phone. We do not always trust the “salesmen” who offer phones on the street.

  31. Gina Kristjanson says

    I had a phone call from a rep that was scheduled to come to Grace Senior living, but she left the company before her date to come and let our residents know about program,
    My question is it possible to have rep come and let our residents know about safelinks wireless for seniors?

    sincerely, Gina Kristjanson
    Life enrichment coordinator
    Grace Senior Living

  35. josie says

    My husband works a part time job sometimes only getting 15 hours for one week . I have a lot of health issues with my heart . I had a heartache in 2011 and my body is getting worse . It’s hard to stay outside for long periods of time . Most weeks he does good to make his truck payment $200 every 2 weeks . He stresses cause he can’t check and see how I’m feeling . I have more bad days than good ! Thank you from both of us .! Sincerely Josie Coleman

      • William says

        My name is William. Wilkinson. I was approved for a free phone by a lady,that was at the wall Mart in Cordele ga 31015.she said I could,pick it up April the 15.but she wasn’t there. I don’t even know what company it is. Can u help me.my last four as numbers are **** .bd*****. Thanks

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          Unfortunately, William, this is exactly why we warn our readers not to get their free government cell phones from street vendors. We have no way of knowing which company you dealt with.

  36. S Davis says

    I have Cell phone but I used it too little and it was turned off (didn’t work) when I did need it.

    Its a Samsung,serial # 356 727 057 284 141 and (404). 883.****. I think the service was through Life(something)

    I get food stamps and on SSDI so I world be called low-income

    At 62 now, I don’t have the money to spend on phones

    ****, Atlanta Ga. 30307. Would leave phone # but don’t have one.

    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      YOu should be able to apply at any company for a new phone.

  37. Terri Lucas says

    I need to know where the tent is at in jesup g so i can avoid the wait in the mail

  39. Millie Finwhat e says

    I am contacting you for my sister. She is unemployed with three children. Separated from an abusive spouse that refuses to pay for child support. All the plans require some income. There must be something for her to get started with until she can support herself.

  40. lois e timms says

    hi i have never had a free government phone from your company NEVER had one so what can i do to order one yes i am on food stamps and medicade yes i did sent my info to one company and I HAVE NOT HEARD nothing yet it has been months ago at least 6 to 8 months ago do you have any cell phones with roll over minutes also i Dont have NO money to buy one PLEASE help me

  44. RICHARD ORR says

    I already have a phone with yall but I have moved from macon,ga. to eastman,ga so I need to know what I need to do to get another number so my phone will work here in eastman

    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      You don’t have a phone with us because we aren’t a cell phone company. You’ll need to call your cell phone provider. It’s one of the vendors on our Georgia free cell phone page.

  45. Pearlie Sanders says

    i am 65 on a fixed income cannot afford a cell phone at this time this
    cell phone would mean so much to because i cannot afford road service
    i thank you so very much for this offer.

  46. jacki Bedingfield says

    My mother has been admitted to the nursing home after living with me for 2 years. I have got to have back surgery and will be unable to drive for 8 months and i am my mother’s only living relative. She needs a phone so badly and she only gets 50.00 from her monthly check. I must pay 25.00 weekly to get her hair washed and must pay out of my pocket her Depends. Can you please help me get her a phone so she doesn’t feel like I have thrown her away. Please let me know what I can do for her> Sincerely.Jacki